China Deploys AI App to Strengthen Fraud Prevention

China has introduced a new AI-powered anti-fraud application to help the public recognize and protect themselves against telecom and online scams, the Ministry of Public Security reported.

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The app, named “national anti-fraud AI,” was developed independently by the Shanghai Public Security Bureau with guidance from the ministry’s criminal investigation department. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance fraud prevention through digital and intelligent solutions.

By incorporating large language models, multimodal models, and AI agent technologies, the app lets users enter details of suspicious situations via their mobile devices. It can then evaluate potential risks, pinpoint possible fraud strategies, offer prevention tips, and suggest relevant case studies.

According to the ministry, the app features three primary functions. Its AI-driven Q&A service examines users’ questions from various angles, covering fraud risks, types of scams, and preventive strategies. It also provides related video case studies to help users evaluate suspicious scenarios and stay informed about common fraud tactics in real time.

The app also includes an information section connected to resources from the national anti-fraud center and Shanghai’s anti-fraud media network. This section frequently updates users with alerts about both current and emerging scams and offers analyses of typical cases through articles, graphics, and short videos.

A third component functions as an anti-fraud dictionary, housing electronic versions of guides on preventing telecom and online fraud. Users can navigate these materials by category, search for specific keywords, or utilize a voice-reading feature to learn about fraud prevention.

The application is designed to break down scam strategies through text, audio, and video, equipping users with practical advice to help them identify suspicious situations more quickly. It is currently available on major mobile app stores, and its services can also be accessed through mini-programs on WeChat and Alipay, enabling quick access to its anti-fraud capabilities.

The ministry said the launch aims to expand the use of information technology and AI in fraud prevention while strengthening the public’s ability to recognize and avoid telecommunications and online scams.